Jean Balgoyne Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Jean Balgoyne (Grand Rapids, Michigan), whose life came to an end on November 8, 2024 at the age of 100, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband Philip Oltman Balgoyne; her parents, Raymond Levett and Violet Levett; her siblings, Kathleen Meissner, Marilyn Patterson and Milo Dale Levett; her daughter Susan Van Liere of Grand Rapids; and her granddaughters, Lauren, Shannon Freese and Tara Matko.
She is survived by: her children, John Tracey (Patricia) of Westville, Indiana, Jane Tracey of Oceanside, Beth Freese of Grand Rapids and Ann Matko (William) of St. Louis Park. She is also survived by her eight grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and many nephews and nieces.
Visitation was held on Saturday, November 16th 2024 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the Metcalf & Jonkhoff Funeral Service (4291 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546). A memorial service was held on Saturday, November 16th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to the Alzheimer's Association or Clark Foundation.
